Manager

Opportunity at The Aikyam Foundation: Manager (2-5 years of experience)

Location: New Delhi

About Aikyam Foundatio

n
Aikyam Foundation is a philanthropic organisation that funds and supports early-stage initiatives in mental health and heritage conservation-- two sectors that are underserved but critical to India's long-term well-bein

g.
Set up in 2024 by Manisha DhawanFounding Trustee of The Convergence Foundation (TCF)Aikyam works closely with nonprofits, academic institutions, and ecosystem partners to help launch and scale high-potential ideas. We provide catalytic funding and get deeply involved in shaping and supporting the execution of the work we ba

ck.
Our goal is to help build strong organisations and scalable models that address critical gaps in these two focus areas. We prioritise collaboration, long-term thinking, and a hands-on approach to problem-solv

ing.
The word Aikyam means oneness, unity, and identity values that guide how we work and who we partner

with.
Role Ov

erviewThe Manager will work closely with partners to support execution across Aikyams portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and excited to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial enviro

nment.
Key Responsib

ilities1. Support design and implementation of projects in mental health and h

eritage2. Coordinate with grantee partners and other collaborators to ensure smooth ex

ecution3. Conduct research, prepare briefs, and synthesise insights to inform s

trategy4. Track progress, manage timelines, and maintain project docume

ntation5. Help with internal knowledge building, reporting, and communi

cations
What Were Loo

king For1. 2-5 years of experience in a relevant field (nonprofit, consulting, research, or s

tartups)2. Strong project management and executio

n skills3. Excellent written and verbal commu

nication4. Ability to juggle multiple workstreams with attention t

o detail5. A collaborative mindset and willingness

to learn
What

We Value1. Deep commitment to social impact a

nd equity2. A hands-on, can-do

attitude3. Curiosity, humility, and a willingness to work in an evolv

ing setup4. Comfort with ambiguity and early-stage institution

buildingStrong alignment with Aikyams mission a

nd values
Co

mpensationRemuneration will be competitive with Indian philanthropy sector benchmarks and commensurate with

e

xperience.Know more about us at https://www.aikyamfoundati

on.org.in/

Aikyam Foundation is a philanthropic organisation that funds and supports early-stage initiatives in mental health and heritage conservation-- two sectors that are underserved but critical to India's long-term well-being.